Gelatin Free Classic Tequila Paloma
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly simple, this tequila-and-grapefruit cocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel like a warm evening on a patio. Fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice and a hit of lime do all the heavy lifting here, delivering bold, tangy flavor without any additives or mystery ingredients. Many pre-made cocktail mixes and flavored sparkling beverages sneak in unexpected thickeners or stabilizers, so mixing your own from scratch is the smartest move. Every ingredient in this recipe is naturally free of animal-derived gelling agents ā blanco tequila, fresh citrus, agave syrup, and sparkling water are as clean as it gets. The salted rim adds a savory contrast that makes each sip taste even more alive, and the whole thing comes together with just a quick stir. It's the kind of cocktail that looks impressive but genuinely takes only a few minutes to pull off.
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1 serving
- 1 lime wedge, for rimming
- 1 tbsp coarse salt, for rimming
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 oz blanco tequila
- 3 oz fresh grapefruit juice (from about Ā½ large grapefruit)
- Ā½ oz fresh lime juice
- Ā½ tsp agave syrup (optional)
- 3 oz sparkling water
For serving
- 1 grapefruit wedge or slice, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Spread the coarse salt in a shallow, flat dish. Run the lime wedge around the outer rim of a highball glass or large rocks glass, then press and rotate the rim in the salt until evenly coated.
- 2
Fill the glass with ice cubes.
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